Where Is the Default Shell Set in Linux?

Your default login shell is /bin/bash now. You must log out and log back in to see this change.

How do I change the default shell in Linux?

Now let’s discuss three different ways to change Linux user shell.

1. usermod Utility. usermod is a utility for modifying a user’s account details, stored in the /etc/passwd file and the -s or –shell option is used to change the user’s login shell. …
2. chsh Utility. …
3. Change User Shell in /etc/passwd File.

How do I set bash as default shell?

From System Preferences

Hold the Ctrl key, click your user account’s name in the left pane, and select “Advanced Options.” Click the “Login Shell” dropdown box and select “/bin/bash” to use Bash as your default shell or “/bin/zsh” to use Zsh as your default shell. Click “OK” to save your changes.